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The Blackburn Inn and Conference Center

3.5 star property
Hotel with free parking, near The Woodrow Wilson Presidential Library

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Located near the American Shakespeare Center, The Blackburn Inn and Conference Center offers a charming getaway. Guests can browse on-site shops, dine at Second Draft restaurant, or relax in the garden. Helpful staff and complimentary self-parking enhance the stay.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Gym
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Basic Room, 1 Queen Bed | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Basic Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(41 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 299 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Deluxe Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Sofa bed
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Bathtub | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Bathtub

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
301 Greenville Avenue, Staunton, VA, 24401

What's nearby

  • American Shakespeare Center - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Staunton Railroad Station - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Mary Baldwin College - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • The Woodrow Wilson Presidential Library - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • The Camera Heritage Museum - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Staunton Station - 13 min walk
  • Weyers Cave, VA (SHD-Shenandoah Valley Regional) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Wright's Dairy-Rite - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Kathy's Restaurant - ‬14 min walk

About this property

The Blackburn Inn and Conference Center

Hotel near Mary Baldwin College
Located close to American Shakespeare Center and The Woodrow Wilson Presidential Library, The Blackburn Inn and Conference Center provides a grocery/convenience store, a terrace, and shopping on site. Be sure to enjoy a meal at Second Draft, the on-site restaurant. In addition to a coffee shop/cafe and a garden, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and express check-out
  • Express check-in, a TV in the lobby, and a front-desk safe
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms at The Blackburn Inn and Conference Center feature thoughtful touches such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators, coffee/tea makers, and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 4 to 25 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Second Draft

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Library
  • Shopping
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1828
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Mobile key entry
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 4 to 25 per person
  • Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash

We should mention

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Blackburn Inn Staunton
Blackburn Inn
Blackburn Staunton
The Blackburn Inn
The Blackburn Inn Conference Center
The Blackburn Inn and Conference Center Hotel
The Blackburn Inn and Conference Center Staunton
The Blackburn Inn and Conference Center Hotel Staunton

Frequently asked questions

Is The Blackburn Inn and Conference Center pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 50 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at The Blackburn Inn and Conference Center?

As of Nov 21, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Blackburn Inn and Conference Center on Dec 22, 2025 start from $90.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Blackburn Inn and Conference Center?

Check-in begins at 4 PM.

What time is check-out at The Blackburn Inn and Conference Center?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is The Blackburn Inn and Conference Center located?

Situated in the historical district, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of The Woodrow Wilson Presidential Library, Mary Baldwin College, and American Shakespeare Center. Gypsy Hill Park and Frontier Culture Museum are also within 3 mi (5 km). Staunton Station is 13 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

The Blackburn Inn and Conference Center Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.0

Eco-friendliness

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 704 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 187 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 66 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nannette

The place, the room, it was wonderful and I hope we can return.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Taylor

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a cool place. Driving up at night was amazing and the staff were so kind!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

linda

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very helpful, room was very clean. Grounds are beautiful, just sorry it was so cold and we could not enjoy them. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Abner

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great experience!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property was very clean with lots of space to enjoy outside of the hotel room which was nice because the rooms were quite small.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent overall!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay! A wee cold in room.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel. Very historic and well maintained! Wonderful staff even though we couldn't check in early😁keep up the good work. We'll be back
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is beautiful and perfect for visiting the Shenandoah Valley!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room is what we expected for an awesomeness restored building.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Clyde E

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff (check in, restaurant) exceeded expectations. Awesome bath but felt furnishings/room were cold.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Amenities
The property is beautiful
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anatole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, staff ok, must have had communication issue as room wasnt cleaned during the day, night manager was accommodating and provided new towels and coffee
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Blackburn Inn is a very unique inn and one I would highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Roshni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property , but we only spent one night so can’t offer much.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ideal stay - wish I’d stayed longer than one night
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
nice place walkable to downtown
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff shortages. Breakfast lousy. Noisy
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Great bed and convenient location
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leticia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Weekend Getaway

Loved this hotel. It was close to downtown area. Very clean and friendly staff. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

GLENN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the history of this historical building. The properties entire staffs was friendly and helpful. We will be returning.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Aimee L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very helpful & very nice. The waiter at breakfast gave us the history of the hotel that was very interesting.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shirley

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff. Very clean and quiet. Interesting history of the property.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great !!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025